Registered Respiratory Therapist (Adult ICU/ER)
Fargo, ND
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT - Adult)

Location: Fargo, North Dakota
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will assess, provide therapeutic interventions, and educate patients with cardiopulmonary disorders or related complications. Your role includes monitoring disease progression, managing therapy, and promoting preventative care and self-management to improve patient outcomes.

Facility & Unit Details

• Large facility with 350+ beds
• Units include:

  • 40 bed IV NICU
  • 8 bed Pediatric ICU
  • 24 bed Pediatrics
  • 36 bed Adult ICU
  • 28 bed Intermediate Adult ICU
  • 110 bed Adult General Floor
  • 47 bed Emergency Room
• Assignments created using Epic system
• May float to other locations within the city as needed

Required Qualifications

• License: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) via NBRC
• State License: North Dakota license or willingness to apply within 72 hours of offer acceptance
• Certifications:

  • BLS (AHA) required
  • ACLS (AHA) and PALS (AHA) preferred
• Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years recent respiratory therapy experience
  • Level 1 trauma and ICU experience required
  • Strong background working with ER patients
  • Experience in a facility with 300+ beds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with healthcare team

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required

Shift & Schedule

• Rotating shifts with 8 and 12 hour options
• Every other weekend and holiday coverage required
• Opportunity to pick up extra shifts

Orientation & Training

• Lab orientation with RT education staff
• Preceptor shifts with unit RTs

Equipment Used

• Epic computerized charting
• Acudose medication cabinet
• Hamilton G5 & C1 ventilators
• V60, Airvo, CoughAssist, Vest, IPV AutoPAP
• Radiometer ABL90, Aerogen, Trilogy/Astrel
• Nitric Oxide, HFOV, Bunnell HFJV, Infant Flow SiPAP
• Radiometer TCM

Additional Information

• Must badge in and out at the facility
• Scrub color: Gray
• Candidates living within 80 miles may have adjusted rates (not relevant here)
• Must disclose prior employment with this healthcare system if applicable (not relevant here)

This position is ideal for experienced respiratory therapists with ICU, trauma, and ER experience looking to work in a large, fast-paced hospital environment.